We infused jewel tones and fun art into this Austin home. Project designed by Sara Barney’s Austin interior design studio BANDD DESIGN. They serve the entire Austin area and its surrounding towns, with an emphasis on Round Rock, Lake Travis, West Lake Hills, and Tarrytown. For more about BANDD DESIGN, click here: https://bandddesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://bandddesign.com/austin-artistic-home/

When approaching the design of this home, our main goal was to maintain the rich charm of Tuscan-style architecture, while infusing it with modern elements to create an updated, sophisticated look. The traditional heavy archways, natural stone, and hand painted walls are a grace to the original structure, but the addition of clean lines, stainless steel appliances, and sleek glass elements allowed for achieving a more contemporary feel. Overall, the design project gave a revived and modern spin to the Tuscan-style architecture. The contemporary addition, updates, and sophisticated ambiance resounded with elegance and comfort that we sought via maintaining balance between older architectural charm and a modern design. #ACIstyled #ACIxHEATHROW

When approaching the design of this home, our main goal was to maintain the rich charm of Tuscan-style architecture, while infusing it with modern elements to create an updated, sophisticated look. The traditional heavy archways, natural stone, and hand painted walls are a grace to the original structure, but the addition of clean lines, stainless steel appliances, and sleek glass elements allowed for achieving a more contemporary feel. Overall, the design project gave a revived and modern spin to the Tuscan-style architecture. The contemporary addition, updates, and sophisticated ambiance resounded with elegance and comfort that we sought via maintaining balance between older architectural charm and a modern design. #ACIstyled #ACIxHEATHROW

When approaching the design of this home, our main goal was to maintain the rich charm of Tuscan-style architecture, while infusing it with modern elements to create an updated, sophisticated look. The traditional heavy archways, natural stone, and hand painted walls are a grace to the original structure, but the addition of clean lines, stainless steel appliances, and sleek glass elements allowed for achieving a more contemporary feel. Overall, the design project gave a revived and modern spin to the Tuscan-style architecture. The contemporary addition, updates, and sophisticated ambiance resounded with elegance and comfort that we sought via maintaining balance between older architectural charm and a modern design. #ACIstyled #ACIxHEATHROW

Impluvium Architecture Location: Danville, CA, USA Modern House with expansive views with metal, wood and cement plaster siding. The shed roof slope in various direction giving individual character to each space. I was the Architect and helped coordinate with various sub-contractors. I also co-designed the project with various consultants including Interior and Landscape Design Almost always and in this case I do my best to draw out the creativity of my clients, even when they think that they are not creative. This house is a perfect example of that with much of the client's vision and creative drive infused into the house. Photographed by: Tim Haley

This home was redesigned to reflect the homeowners' personalities through intentional and bold design choices, resulting in a visually appealing and powerfully expressive environment. In this meticulously designed bedroom, the bold blue palette infuses a sense of tranquility, perfectly complementing the luxurious bedding. An eye-catching art installation above the bed adds a touch of elegance, while hints of greenery bring in a refreshing natural element.

Asian influence in a contemporary kitchen that focuses on family. Family heritage infused into this contemporary kitchen for a young Asian American family. Tansu chest pantry cabinet that step down and back for added interest. Large entertaining kitchen for a family that likes to cook. Simple cherry wood cabinets with slab doors. Asian style door handles and drawer pulls. Don Anderson

When approaching the design of this home, our main goal was to maintain the rich charm of Tuscan-style architecture, while infusing it with modern elements to create an updated, sophisticated look. The traditional heavy archways, natural stone, and hand painted walls are a grace to the original structure, but the addition of clean lines, stainless steel appliances, and sleek glass elements allowed for achieving a more contemporary feel. Overall, the design project gave a revived and modern spin to the Tuscan-style architecture. The contemporary addition, updates, and sophisticated ambiance resounded with elegance and comfort that we sought via maintaining balance between older architectural charm and a modern design. #ACIstyled #ACIxHEATHROW

This beautiful North Vancouver home belongs to a nature-loving and health-conscious couple, Emma and Vince (names changed), their two young children, and their dog, Jasper. When they contacted us about renovating and furnishing their kitchen and family room, we walked in and saw a world of potential waiting to be uncovered. Before: Larkhall Crescent Home: Like many original North Vancouver homes, the interior was definitely dated. We encountered late ‘80s finishes in powder pink and teal green, old carpet, and a kitchen that wasn’t maximized to suit this family’s modern-day lifestyle. However, the size of the rooms offered us a ton of space with which to get creative. Knowing our clients’ love of cooking, need for work spaces (Emma and Vince both work remotely), and growing family, we developed a design concept that would increase usable space, optimize storage, and create intimacy in this large area. As for the style, we were inspired by their European roots, inventing a new and modern take on “Belgian Farmhouse” style. Now, the home is truly one-of-a-kind. After: Warm & Cozy Family Room: Fresh, bright, and comfortable, this living area has been transformed! We started with the fireplace as a focal point, selecting aged brick tiles for added texture and a crisp wood mantle. The taupe-coloured sectional infuses the room with visual warmth and serves the added purpose of separating the family room from the kitchen. Emma and Vince were also keen on using non-toxic materials in their home, and we were happy to oblige. To meet their needs, we sourced natural wood elements and sought out Canadian-made products - that adhere to high health standards - whenever possible. Look closer at the elements of this space, and you will find this stunning, honeycomb-patterned rug in earthy gold, beige, and charcoal tones. It’s plush to the touch and full of visual texture that brings this room’s colour palette together. We sourced these two-tone chairs with caning, petrified wood side table, black sconces, and botanical prints in greyscale from local artist, Heather Johnston. We topped off the space with this dark wood and rattan console that offers storage facing the kitchen and presents an opportunity to display cherished items. The result is a cozy lounging space brimming with comfort and functionality. It’s perfect for enjoying quality family time, or Emma can simply slide the coffee table away to make room for her morning yoga practice. Now, let’s turn around and give some attention to the kitchen. Do you remember what the original kitchen looked like? If not, scroll back up, because the transformation is shocking… Moody & Welcoming Kitchen for Healthy Living: This kitchen looks very different from how it started, right? Though we didn’t touch any walls, the kitchen has almost doubled in usable space! We created a long, extended island with storage, an outlet for small appliances, and seating for comfortable prep, after-school snacking, or mingling among friends. On the other side of the island, the family has even more storage and an integrated dishwasher within easy reach of the sink, perfect for quick clean-up. From this angle, you can also see the expansive custom Shaker cabinetry in white and the integrated double ovens. These facilitate their cooking experience and gave us the opportunity to add an additional surprise… A coffee garage station and more hidden storage! Keeping these items located along the perimeter allows them to be accessed by the family or their guests without someone getting under the cook’s feet. These are the little details that make everyday life easier and more enjoyable. Moving deeper into the kitchen, the seamless induction cooktop topped with a freestanding concealed hood fan commands attention in a soft yet prominent way. The natural wood accent mirrors the fireplace mantle, and the choice of off-black wood-grain cabinets not only continues our black-and-white colour palette but adds a sense of depth and contrast. The corner sink is located to the right and perfectly positioned with a view of their thriving backyard. To invite more of this family’s character into the space, we mixed metals for interest — matte black, dark pewter, and warm brass — and created open shelves in white oak for their plants and decor. You can also glimpse the tumbled edge of the backsplash tile, which echoes the rustic brick of the fireplace. It adds that farmhouse charm while still feeling timeless and sophisticated. Last but not least, we designed this dining banquette in the bay window (with integrated bench storage, of course), where the family can share a meal together, the kids can do homework, or Emma and Vince can work and enjoy a change of scenery from their offices. Like the other spaces in the home, it was designed to be beautiful, multi-functional, and long-lasting. Praise from Our Clients: It is clear that we love this home, but what did our clients have to say? “Lori is a visionary and masters execution to the finest detail all at the same time. When she first met us to know more about who we are and how we live, she could right away envision how we could use the space in our kitchen and living room…The results exceeded our expectations. Lori and her team were also a delight to work with — coordination with all the trades, fast problem-solving, regular updates, professional and friendly attitude of her entire team — made it the dream team. Thank you SHD for making our space so beautiful!” In turn, we are so grateful for this family’s trust, their open communication, and for being wonderful people with whom to work. (So, thank you!)

This client came to us with a unique challenge: create a modern design that matches her fun and funky personality but to make it as "green" and chemical free as possible. We rose to the challenge, researching the best options for sustainable, green and chemical free furnishings. The upholstery pieces are made from sustainable and chemical free materials, the dining table is made of sustainable wood with a chemical free finish. The rugs are from a fair-trade company that supports education for women in India. The client had hired a Feng Shui expert to provide her with a report which we used to design the space. The wallpaper behind the living room sofa is custom designed and custom-made. It is a map made up of hundred of small photos that the homeowner provided to us. It represents the area in her home that will bring travel and connect her to the people she loves. The large, colorful art piece in the dining area is hung in the area of the home that will bring joy around family and children. The hearts and pink/red colored wallpaper in the den will evoke love and relationships. The client has a colorful, fun personality and we wanted to infuse the design with it. A white backdrop allows all of the pinks, reds, navy blues and turquoises to pop, creating a lively, modern feeling. The textures in the floor and wall coverings and in the fabrics create a lived in, collected feeling and add a touch of bohemian chic style. The new modern cable and walnut stair banister is in keeping with the original modern feel of the row house and keeps the narrow staircase from feeling tight and closed in. This was a fun, creative and unique project for us. This particular client was one of Olamar's first clients eight years ago when we first opened our doors. At that time the house was nothing but a condemned shell that the client renovated, with our assistance. At that time we designed the kitchen, which is still in excellent condition and still looks amazing! Photographer: Greg Tinius

Welcome to a contemporary living room renovation in Dallas, Texas, where bright white walls create a canvas for modern charm. Vibrant pink accents infuse the space with playful sophistication, while tall ceilings amplify the room's airy ambiance. An elegant champagne gold colored chandelier adds a touch of refinement, completing the space with a perfect balance of style and comfort.

Our mission was to gift Bellevue with classic, natural and timeless style while setting it up with impressive functionality so that it was ready to be an entertaining-friendly home they needed it to be. Mission accepted! Our clients’ vision was clear: They wanted the focal point of every space to be the view of Oakland while making it cozy and infusing the space with color. We carefully selected a neutral color palette and balanced it with pops of color, unique greenery and personal touches to bring our clients’ vision of a stylish modern and casual vibes to life.

This chic, modern design is the crown jewel of this San Antonio community. The outdoor space was designed for luxury entertaining and every element infused with a touch of elegance and functionality. Beginning with the glass-tiled negative edge spa stylishly separating the two swimming areas, to the fire-wall and putting green, followed by the outdoor kitchen area with a gorgeous fire pit, and lastly, the unique spaces that offer multiple areas of entertaining with a sense of privacy. The porcelain decking flows seamlessly from the house and creates a singular space when the vanishing doors are open.

The For Loft collection infuses the pure, industrial aesthetic of the 1920s with notions of romance and minimalism, providing homeowners with refined, utilitarian fixtures and faucets that blend beautifully into many of today's contemporary bath and kitchen environments. For Loft on KALLISTA.com | http://bit.ly/122dks5

Every piece in this living room tells a story of modern sophistication. The abstract artwork brings movement and depth, while the soft cream sofas ground the space in comfort. Layers of pattern and texture, from the woven teal lumbar pillow to the bold black-and-white drapery, create a sense of quiet energy. A touch of coral in the flowers and throw infuses warmth, proving that elegance can still feel inviting.

When approaching the design of this home, our main goal was to maintain the rich charm of Tuscan-style architecture, while infusing it with modern elements to create an updated, sophisticated look. The traditional heavy archways, natural stone, and hand painted walls are a grace to the original structure, but the addition of clean lines, stainless steel appliances, and sleek glass elements allowed for achieving a more contemporary feel. Overall, the design project gave a revived and modern spin to the Tuscan-style architecture. The contemporary addition, updates, and sophisticated ambiance resounded with elegance and comfort that we sought via maintaining balance between older architectural charm and a modern design. #ACIstyled #ACIxHEATHROW

This kitchen remodel started with updating the appliances and creating a functional flow between one another. From there we updated the space with modern wood gain laminate base and tall cabinetry combined with glossy white wall cabinets. The crisp cabinetry contrast allowed us to infuse some fun creativity with the custom tear drop rich blue backsplash tile. The fun little details wrapped up this kitchen design by softening the modern edges with floating shelving, fun lighting and accents.

Property Marketed by Hudson Place Realty - Seldom seen, this unique property offers the highest level of original period detail and old world craftsmanship. With its 19th century provenance, 6000+ square feet and outstanding architectural elements, 913 Hudson Street captures the essence of its prominent address and rich history. An extensive and thoughtful renovation has revived this exceptional home to its original elegance while being mindful of the modern-day urban family. Perched on eastern Hudson Street, 913 impresses with its 33’ wide lot, terraced front yard, original iron doors and gates, a turreted limestone facade and distinctive mansard roof. The private walled-in rear yard features a fabulous outdoor kitchen complete with gas grill, refrigeration and storage drawers. The generous side yard allows for 3 sides of windows, infusing the home with natural light. The 21st century design conveniently features the kitchen, living & dining rooms on the parlor floor, that suits both elaborate entertaining and a more private, intimate lifestyle. Dramatic double doors lead you to the formal living room replete with a stately gas fireplace with original tile surround, an adjoining center sitting room with bay window and grand formal dining room. A made-to-order kitchen showcases classic cream cabinetry, 48” Wolf range with pot filler, SubZero refrigerator and Miele dishwasher. A large center island houses a Decor warming drawer, additional under-counter refrigerator and freezer and secondary prep sink. Additional walk-in pantry and powder room complete the parlor floor. The 3rd floor Master retreat features a sitting room, dressing hall with 5 double closets and laundry center, en suite fitness room and calming master bath; magnificently appointed with steam shower, BainUltra tub and marble tile with inset mosaics. Truly a one-of-a-kind home with custom milled doors, restored ceiling medallions, original inlaid flooring, regal moldings, central vacuum, touch screen home automation and sound system, 4 zone central air conditioning & 10 zone radiant heat.

The home is infused with natural and earthy elements throughout, but the application is decidedly more contemporary. A stacked stone wall becomes the “spine” of the home, linking the exterior to the interior, and suggests a line of separation between the public and private spaces in the home.